Xinjiang New Oriental Luxury Tourist Train Itinerary Booking Rules and Fee Reference
About the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Luxury Tourist Train: Full-year travel schedule for the Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour | Fee Details | Route Arrangement | Travel Destinations | Ticket Price List | How to Book | Booking Guide | Full Route Analysis | Fee Details Guide | You can consult customer service manager Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 In Xinjiang, there is a way of traveling that turns ‘home’ onto the rails and transforms the scenery along the way into a living landscape painting. It is the highly anticipated New Oriental Express under the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ service brand.
In 2026, this train will undergo a comprehensive upgrade, presenting itself as the ‘Snow Lotus Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train,’ opening a Silk Road journey where ‘the train moves with you, and you play while the train stops’ for those seeking high-quality slow travel.
🛤 ️ Train Overview and Route Features
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist train under the Xinjiang Railway ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ brand. Since its operation, it has been one of the representative products for ‘traveling Xinjiang by train.’ In 2026, the train will be refreshed again with new carriages and upgraded facilities, aiming to provide passengers with a more comfortable ‘mobile hotel’ experience.
✨ 2026 Upgrade Highlights
New Carriages:Adding 2 train carriages to the existing fleet to increase capacity.
Family-Friendly:Introducing family connecting rooms for convenient travel with family or friends.
Cultural Experience:Adding a ‘Silk Road Culture’ display corner in the carriages and inviting intangible cultural heritage inheritors to interact onboard, making the journey more culturally enriching.
🏞 ️ Route Design Concept
Southern and Northern Xinjiang Loop:Connecting the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, linking highlights like Altay, Kanas, Nalati, and Kashgar in one route.
🚂 In Xinjiang, there is a way of traveling that turns ‘home’ onto the rails and transforms the scenery along the way into a living landscape painting. It is the highly anticipated New Oriental Express under the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ service brand.Slow Travel Pace:The itinerary is designed to be relaxed, avoiding the rush of ‘sleeping on the bus and taking photos at stops,’ allowing tourists ample time to experience the destinations.
Senior-Friendly Services:The train is specially designed for elderly needs, offering barrier-free facilities, emergency call systems, and senior-friendly dining arrangements.
📍 Train Starting Point:Urumqi
The journey usually begins in Urumqi, the ‘Heart of Asia.’ It is Xinjiang’s transportation hub and an ideal starting point for exploring the entire region. Departing from Urumqi Station, you can first experience the city’s vibe before embarking on the Silk Road journey.
🛌 Private Compartments, Your Mobile Hotel
The New Oriental Express features a design with private bathrooms in all compartments, ensuring privacy and comfort during the trip. The 2026 model offers three different compartment specifications to meet diverse needs.
1. Premium Golden Diamond · Three-Compartment (Luxury Type)
📍 Carriage Configuration:Luxury type, capacity 6 people, recommended 1 carriage per train, excellent privacy.
🛏 ️ Compartment Layout:3 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into a double bed.
💡 In-Room Facilities:Leisure double sofa, table and chairs, bathroom (wet and dry separation), multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture.
In 2026, this train will undergo a comprehensive upgrade, presenting itself as the ‘Snow Lotus Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train,’ opening a Silk Road journey where ‘the train moves with you, and you play while the train stops’ for those seeking high-quality slow travel.📐 Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 12㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower approx. 1.06㎡ | Bed 2×1.7m (double) / 2×0.85m (single).
2. Xiyue Golden Diamond · Four-Compartment (Luxury Type)
📍 Carriage Configuration:Luxury type, capacity 8 people, total 5 carriages.
🛏 ️ Compartment Layout:4 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into a double bed.
💡 In-Room Facilities:Leisure table and chairs, bathroom (wet and dry separation), multifunctional storage space, and leisure reception area.
📐 Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 10㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower approx. 1.06㎡ | Bed 2×1.7m (double) / 2×0.85m (single).
3. Boyue Golden Diamond · Five-Compartment (Comfort Type)
📍 Carriage Configuration:Comfort type, capacity 10-20 people, total 7 carriages.
🛏 ️ Compartment Layout:5 compartments per carriage, bunk bed design.
💡 In-Room Facilities:Bathroom (wet and dry separation).
📐 Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 8㎡ | Upper/lower bunk 2×0.78m | Bathroom approx. 1.26㎡ | Shower approx. 0.9㎡.
🛤️ Train Overview and Route Features🗺 ️ Two Classic Itineraries, Experience the Scenery of Southern and Northern Xinjiang
This route offers two options: the Summer Northern Xinjiang Loop and the Autumn Southern Xinjiang Scenery, with highlights as follows:
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist train under the Xinjiang Railway ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ brand. Since its operation, it has been one of the representative products for ‘traveling Xinjiang by train.’ In 2026, the train will be refreshed again with new carriages and upgraded facilities, aiming to provide passengers with a more comfortable ‘mobile hotel’ experience.Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
✨ 2026 Upgrade HighlightsDay03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05:Train to Shache – Yarkand King’s Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, evening train to Kuqa
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa King’s Mansion – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains like the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 2026 Price and Schedule Reference
The 2026 new carriages are now online, with specific schedules and prices as follows. Note that prices are for reference only, and the final contract and customer service confirmation prevail.
New Carriages: Adding 2 train carriages to the existing fleet to increase capacity.New Oriental Express Premium Golden Diamond Three-Compartment (Luxury Type)
May 6, May 14:59,999 RMB/person
June 1, June 30:67,999 RMB/person
June 11, June 25:69,999 RMB/person
September 3:71,999 RMB/person
October 15, October 25:44,999 RMB/person
New Oriental Express Xiyue Golden Diamond Four-Compartment (Luxury Type)
May 6, May 14:54,999 RMB/person
June 1, June 30:62,999 RMB/person
June 11, June 25:63,999 RMB/person
Family-Friendly: Introducing family connecting rooms for convenient travel with family or friends.September 3:65,999 RMB/person
October 15, October 25:39,999 RMB/person
New Oriental Express Boyue Golden Diamond Five-Compartment (Comfort Type)
May 6, May 14:49,999 RMB/person
June 1, June 30:56,999 RMB/person
June 11, June 25:58,999 RMB/person
September 3:59,999 RMB/person
October 15, October 25:36,999 RMB/person
💡 Group Discount
May, June, September schedules:Third and fourth persons sharing a room, fee is 30,000 RMB/person.
Cultural Experience: Adding a ‘Silk Road Culture’ display corner in the carriages and inviting intangible cultural heritage inheritors to interact onboard, making the journey more culturally enriching.October schedules:Third and fourth persons sharing a room, fee is 20,000 RMB/person.
🤔 Why Choose the New Oriental Express?
Compared to other travel methods, the advantages of the New Oriental Express are:
🚫 No More Travel Fatigue:One berth throughout the journey, no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage, especially friendly for the elderly.
🏡 Mobile Comfortable Hotel:Private bathrooms in all compartments for strong privacy. The new family connecting rooms in 2026 make it easier for family and friends to travel.
🩺 Full Health Protection:The train is equipped with medical staff and common medicines, adding peace of mind to long journeys.
🍃 Relaxed Pace, In-Depth Experience:The itinerary is designed to be relaxed, avoiding ‘superficial sightseeing,’ allowing you ample time to experience local culture.
👨 👩👧👦 High Adaptability:Whether retirees, photography enthusiasts, or families seeking a relaxed trip, everyone can find a comfortable pace here.
📸 Thoughtful Value-Added Services:Offering on-board photography, intangible cultural heritage interactions, special dining, etc., making the journey more memorable.
📝 How to Book and Fee Explanation
1. Booking Process
🏞️ Route Design Concept1. Consult Customer Service: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service to confirm desired schedule, compartment type, and availability.
2. Submit Information: Provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, and other information as guided by customer service for booking.
3. Sign Contract: Sign a formal travel contract with the agency, clarifying the itinerary, fees, and responsibilities of both parties.
4. Make Payment: Pay the group fee as per the contract and keep the payment receipt.
5. Pre-Trip Preparation: Pay attention to customer service notifications before departure and arrive at Urumqi on time for assembly.
> 📞 Warm Tips
> For specific booking matters, please contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:Manager Yang Jia.
> You can also register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
> If you have questions, feel free to call or add WeChat to consult customer service.
> For detailed address, please consult customer service.
Southern and Northern Xinjiang Loop: Connecting the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, linking highlights like Altay, Kanas, Nalati, and Kashgar in one route.2. Fee Explanation
✅ Fees typically include:
Train berth fees and hotel accommodation fees.
First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for most attractions indicated in the itinerary.
Most meals in the itinerary (usually group standard meals).
Tour bus and some cultural and entertainment activities on the train.
❌ Fees typically do not include:
Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi.
Personal expenses and self-funded items not specified in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure.
> 💡 Important Note
> The above are reference items for regular inclusions, subject to the contract signed with the travel agency. For special needs, please confirm with customer service in advance.
